Awhile back, I posted some tutorials on how to make felt flowers and I just wanted to share four maroon colored hair clips I finally finished. It turns out felt flowers are pretty fun and relatively simple to make! I will definitely … Continue reading
Category Archives: gifts
merry Christmas readers
Merry Christmas readers! Don’t forget to call or text those you love… to eat a lot and to have a fabulous day! Christmas is always special because it is usually a nice slow day off with the family. Here’s hoping … Continue reading
vintage style statement necklace… yes please!!
Vintage upcycled pieces come together to make one of a kind statement necklaces and bracelets in the etsy shop Modulation Jewelry. I really like these eclectic pieces and would actually love to make a few of my own! These would look … Continue reading
how to tie a bow… and what I am doing this afternoon
Okay I know it’s not thaaaat hard to tie a bow, but don’t you ever wonder how some people’s gifts look amazingly wrapped and then say “well maybe next year”…. if you are still working on wrapping, like me, here are a … Continue reading
buying vintage for Christmas
The countdown has begun only 14 days left until Christmas! So if you still have to get through your list, consider buying vintage! This little golden book I spied while downtown yesterday will make a perfect gift topper for “baby’s … Continue reading
Christmas sweets to bake this weekend
Just in case you don’t have enough yummies sitting around your house already or need something to bake for a holiday party… these look GREAT.. I want to try all of them but I may end up eating a bit too much. … Continue reading
7 new ideas for gift wrapping this holiday season
1. All white with burlap 2. paper cupcake holders as flowers, can easily be done in Christmas hues 3. doilies, newspaper and ribbon 4. fabric animals 5. themed gift wrapping, find a holder within your theme 6. take a cue … Continue reading
handmade Christmas stockings to stuff
I searched through etsy and found some great handmade Christmas stockings! I love these burlap stockings with red and white trimmings. They are modern but the burlap is utilitarian and understated, a great, unexpected choice for Christmas fabric. I love … Continue reading
gifts to bring your Thanksgiving host or hostess
Traveling this Thanksgiving? Well don’t forget a little something for the host or hostess! I am going to my sister’s house so I am planning to make her this awesome fruit turkey gobbler courtesy of Crunchy Peas. Here are some sweet ideas other … Continue reading
the basics of starting a glass collection
I am always interested in glass at vintage and antique shops so I decided I would research a few pointers on starting a first, basic collection. This is what I found out: Learn how to check the color- Start by looking through … Continue reading